Auto Service World
MAY 29, 2024
While there may have been an initial push for consumers to choose private label options for their automotive aftermarket needs, it appears the area isn’t growing. Nathan Shipley, executive director of industry analysis in automotive at Circana, showed data from … The post Private label losing its appeal to consumers appeared first on Auto Service World.
Automotive Training Centre
MAY 29, 2024
Becoming a shop foreman is a coveted role in the automotive industry. This role offers both leadership opportunities and a lucrative career path. This position might seem like a distant goal for recent auto mechanic school graduates, but it’s entirely within reach with the right skills, knowledge, and attitude. This blog post explores the responsibilities, necessary skills, and the journey to becoming a successful shop foreman, providing a comprehensive insight into this rewarding career.
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Shop Marketing Pros
MAY 29, 2024
EPISODE: 102 – Should an Auto Repair Shop Use a Local Marketing Company or Marketers Who Specialize in Auto Repair Shops? When choosing a marketing company to market your auto repair shop you may find yourself deciding between a local marketer in your hometown or an auto repair marketing specialist whose office is halfway across the country. Which one should you choose?
Automotive Training Centre
MAY 29, 2024
The future of automotive technology training and transportation is hurtling toward us, and self-driving cars are a significant part of the equation. While Tesla often dominates headlines in the autonomous vehicle (AV) space, the race to develop a commercially viable robotaxi is a multiplayer game. Are you currently enrolled in automotive school? Here’s a breakdown of some key players who might be surprising frontrunners, alongside insights into the world of robotaxis.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 29, 2024
Upgrade your Chrysler Pentastar engine with Standard’s superior oil filter housing kit! Understand the common failure points of the original design and see how Standard’s innovative solutions, including enhanced seals and correctly torqued sensors, offer lasting performance. Visit standardbrand.com for more details and give your customers the best in engine reliability.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
In February 2018, Elon Musk's still young private space company SpaceX launched its first-ever reusable super-heavy launch vehicle, the Falcon Heavy. To make sure the moment goes down in the history books, Musk had his own Tesla Roadster sent into space as a dummy payload, carrying with it all sorts of other bells and whistles. Since that first flight six years ago, the ( continue reading.
Tomorrow's Technician
MAY 29, 2024
Mullen Automotive, Inc. announced the development of a zero emissions version of PowerUP, Mullen’s mobile EV charging solution, that will now be offered on the Company’s own Class 3 all-electric cab chassis truck. Mullen’s PowerUP was first introduced in July 2023 as a mobile EV charging truck delivering level 2 and level 3 DC fast charging capabilities in scenarios where such power is not available, including roadside assistance and emergency response where immediate power is required for recha
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AutoSuccess
MAY 29, 2024
In the world of car sales, pricing strategies—especially the debate over dropping prices or “marking down” vehicles—come up often and can get pretty heated. The wisdom passed down between generations is that if a car is not selling, “mark it down.” Drop the price low enough, and the car will sell — so it works, right? But here’s the question: Does marking down a car actually increase the number of new shoppers?
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
In 1970, when Plymouth’s reworked Barracuda came around in its third (and final) generation, no one foresaw the status some of those cars would attain after a few decades of aging. The most dramatic transformations occurred with the Hemi-powered units since the fabled motor and the iconic E-body design had a short two-year marriage. Today, a ‘hemicuda’ is worth millions (literally, in certain ragtop instances), and hunting down a survivor is not for. ( continue reading.
Auto Remarketing
MAY 29, 2024
During a May 9 forum with industry media in Detroit, Cox Automotive held a panel discussion on how it is using artificial intelligence to assist its wholesale customers with more accurate vehicle inspections and condition reports and marketing opportunities. Participating in Cox Automotive’s AI panel discussion was Marianne Johnson, chief product officer at Cox Automotive, who said machine learning has been around for 20 years and predictive algorithms based on historical data is not new, either
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
It's been more than a decade since Paul Walker passed away in a tragic car crash, but his legacy lives on. Paul was featured posthumously in two installments of the Fast & Furious franchise (most recently in 2023's Fast X), and cars connected to him keep popping up for sale. This 1969 Chevrolet. ( continue reading.
Tire Review Magazine
MAY 29, 2024
Uniroyal Tires is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the giant Uniroyal tire, an Interstate 94 landmark welcoming visitors to the Detroit, MI. Uniroyal said the giant tire symbolizes its history of making tires for more than 130 years. “For decades, the Giant Uniroyal Tire has brought smiles to the faces of many people,” Uniroyal brand director Michelle Grim said.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
Created as a belated response to the success of the 1964 Ford Mustang, the Dodge Challenger arrived in 1969, and the original iteration lasted solely for model years 1970 through 1974. After that, it had a convoluted history. The first Dodge Challenger was a premiere on the new Chrysler E-body platform shared with the slightly smaller third-gen Plymou. ( continue reading.
Danny’s Engineportal
MAY 29, 2024
Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Engine Problems SO, ENGINE REPLACEMENT, IS ONE OF THE MORE DIFFICULT TASKS, A MECHANIC MAY EVER FACE. Because, engine replacement, requires different approaches for every year, make and model. Above all, engine replacement, is much more complicated [.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
In 1966, Dodge took the midsize car market by storm with the Charger. Based on the Coronet, the Charger featured a unique fastback design and a more luxurious interior than the average muscle car. The brand-new Charger was relatively successful and sold 37,344 units in its first year in showrooms, but deliveries dropped to just 15,788 examples.&l. ( continue reading.
Bolt on Technology
MAY 29, 2024
As an auto repair shop owner, you're likely still using the traditional paper inspection method that has been around for decades. Technicians mark down issues on a printed checklist form as they manually inspect each component of the vehicle. While this process is familiar, it’s not without its drawbacks.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
Countless electric motorcycle designs are popping up like dandelions during spring, and if this next one really performs as its presentation video shows, then we may have just found the electric dirt bike deal of the year. Yes, I can consider the Dirt Goat to be one of the most attracti. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
Cars just aren’t worth repairing anymore. One in every five cars seen by an insurance adjuster is estimated to cost too much to be repaired and returned to drivable condition. There are a ton of factors to look at here , but with high-tech lighting and sensors at the extremities of every car these days, increased use… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
Over the course of its eight-decade history, Ferrari has given the world a plethora of amazing cars, and the Prancing Horse badge has become synonymous with elegance, refinement, and performance. But one of the most successful periods in the brand's history so far was the 1960s era. Everything Ferrari did back then was phenomenal, with their models dominating race tracks and roadways.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
The Department of Defense is probably looking at Lockheed Martin’s refund policy after a brand-new F-35 fighter jet crashed on Tuesday afternoon. The recently built aircraft was being transferred from an assembly plant in Fort Worth, Texas to Edwards Air Force Base in California. The F-35B slammed into a hillside near… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
I cleaned up the house yesterday. When I started picking up bags from several places, I realized I tend to leave things lying around. Somehow, each bag had two or three Hot Wheels cars inside. So I might have a problem again. I went down a slippery slope as I planned to do a Monthly Haul kind of review, and I now have a desk full of opened Hot Wheels and Matchbox cars from various series.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
Singapore Airlines made international news earlier this month when severe turbulence left one person dead and more than 30 injured. Then, just a few days later, a flight attendant broke her back during severe turbulence on a Turkish Airlines flight. Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
Hit the highway in a Bugatti, drive like no tomorrow, and yet get no speed ticket. It can only happen in Germany, on the autobahn with no speed limit sectors. And that’s exactly where it happened. The owner of a Bugatti Chiron went flat out on the autobahn at 6 in the morning until the gas light came on. The ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
I was approximately four crash-filled laps into my first stint behind the wheel of Honda’s latest and greatest professional Driver In Loop (DIL) racing simulator when I first noticed it: my arms ached, from fingertips to shoulder blades. As I binned it into the wall for the second time, I also realized I hadn’t… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
Brisbane-based Black Cycles may not be as popular as some of Australia’s other custom bike shops, but they certainly know what they’re doing! Frontman Noel Muller isn’t the sort of guy to ever be satisfied with mediocrity, so he simply won’t stop until a project is knocked straight out of the ballpark. As you can tell, the stunning bobber pictured above was no different.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
The cracks are starting to form in Red Bull’s F1 dominance armor. This year’s RB20 chassis struggles with bumps more than other teams and no longer has as stark a performance advantage as the RB19 was afforded for the 2023 season. Following the defending champion’s miserable sixth-place finish at the Monaco Grand Prix… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
Even after writing hundreds of articles about camper vans, I still stumble upon builds that surprise me with their unique, creatively designed living spaces. The latest one that did exactly that is the camper van I'm checking out today. Meet "Holly," a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with an extended wheelbase and a 2.2-liter diesel engine.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
Cadillac may have shocked some when it revealed its entry-level Optiq EV back in late 2023. While the brand just showed us how it looked back in November, it didn’t reveal any other details. That’s changed, as Cadillac has finally revealed more specs and features about its newest small EV, including its starting price… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
In today's culture of "more is more and thus infinitely better," a company that emphasizes simplicity is a rarity. Come to think of it, there is so much more that makes a company like Kip Caravans stand out, and the Kip Kompakt trailer is a good indication of what that might be. If the name Kip Caravans rings a bell, you must be a fan of ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
Stewart-Haas Racing announced on Tuesday it will shut down at the end of the 2024 NASCAR season after 15 years in competition. For racing fans, the statement from team owners Tony Stewart and Gene Haas didn’t come as a surprise after months of speculation surrounding the outfit’s future. Despite winning two Cup Series… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
According to documents published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a number of 2024 Chevrolet Colorado trucks may have been fitted by dealers nationwide with incorrect tires. The recall involves Colorado Z71 and Colorado Trail Boss pickup trucks optioned with 20-inch black wheels, namely LPO SNX in GM vernacular. LPO stands for limited production option, while SNX is the option code of said wheels.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
When you ask a car person what sound a loud Subaru makes, they’d likely mention the thrum of the brand’s iconic boxer four cylinder , since that’s the sound Subaru’s legendary rally cars make while screaming through a nordic forest. I recently came across a video of a straight piped flat six Subaru Legacy , and suddenly… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
We already know that Tesla's pickup truck is bullet-resistant and has rock-proof glass. We also learned that its charging performance isn't stellar, its range drops significantly when towing, the day-to-day usability as a workhorse isn't what tradespeople need, and the stainless steel panels stuck onto the body can be ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
How long do you usually go between washes on your prize car? A week? A month? A year? Well one Acura NSX owner left their pristine car locked away for more than 20 years without any care or attention, and now it’s been washed down for the first time in a ridiculously satisfying detail job. Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
A short-lived entry-level model produced from 1954 to 1958, the Plymouth Plaza is one of the brand's lesser-known nameplates. Overshadowed by the Belvedere and even the Savoy, the Plaza is one of those classic cars no one really wants. As a result, most Plazas are pretty much rust buckets today. ( continue reading.
Jalopnik
MAY 29, 2024
American Airlines kicked eight Black men off a flight citing body odor issues, and now three of them are suing. The flight in question took place back in January on a flight from Phoenix to New York City, the Washington Post reports. While they were initially told they needed to return to the gate to be rebooked on a… Read more.
autoevolution
MAY 29, 2024
I recently stumbled upon a bit of a niche market, and one that's sparking smiles and endless happy moments. I'm talking about the off-road mobility market for disabled or injured people. One team offering their know-how to this community is Outrider Coyote, an American team of designers, engineers, technicians, and a "lunch inspector," which is ( continue reading.
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